Murphy is recruiting for a Design Manager to work with Energy on the Western Isles Project, based out of Glasgow with regular travel to Inverness and the Highlands sites, minimum of 3 days a week. Our business is well-known for its extensive in-house expertise, experience, and continuous drive to innovate within the industry to create added value for all our customers. Throughout our history we have strived to challenge the norm and incorporate a wide range of new technologies and capabilities to ensure we meet the ever-changing markets and demands. Today we support groundbreaking transmission and distribution projects in four countries - ensuring their energy security for decades to come. We offer a wide range of services including design, construction and commissioning. We deliver Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) projects serving both regulated and private customers along with technical and engineering solutions within the conventional power and energy transition markets. Our continual drive to innovate, while encouraging sustainability, ensures we remain at the forefront of the industry, and is demonstrated in our long-standing relationships with major energy providers in multiple countries. A day in the life of a Murphy Design Manager: Lead the engineering design delivery of existing major Transmission HV 132/275/400kV Substation new build and extension projects. Lead Design Management requirements at tender and/or Early Contractor Engagement stage and allocate resources as appropriate during tender, FEED, and detailed design stages. Integrate multiple engineering disciplines including HV Plant, Protection and Control and Civils from a mix of internal and external designers and OEMs. Undertake the role of Principal Design Representative on project(s) ensuring design information is being suitable managed to the various roles and compliant with the requirements of CDM 2015 Regulations Involvement in the development of Business Unit and Group Design Management continual process improvement activities Review design pack submissions as required for technical compliance, quality and completeness. Monitor and expedite key engineering programme issues including the procurement of services and equipment to the Business Unit Procurement function. Review and liaise with internal Temporary Works Coordinators and Designers to ensure appropriate consideration of constructability and required permanent works. Manage compliance with Standards and Client requirements and assist in monitoring to ensure working to standard requirements. Ensure an understanding of, and an influence on the contracts Design Consultants are working under including their fees, schedule of services, programme, and liabilities and warranties. Review and comment the payment applications from consultants and pass to the contract surveyor for processing and payment. Still interested, does this sound like you? Experience managing multi-disciplinary design packages. Experience carrying out the role of Principal Designer Representative under CDM 2015 Experience of delivery of substation projects for UK Transmission Service Operators (SSEN, National Grid, Scottish Power Energy Networks, NIE Networks) is desirable. Membership of a UK Engineering institute
07/10/2026
Full time
Murphy is recruiting for a Design Manager to work with Energy on the Western Isles Project, based out of Glasgow with regular travel to Inverness and the Highlands sites, minimum of 3 days a week. Our business is well-known for its extensive in-house expertise, experience, and continuous drive to innovate within the industry to create added value for all our customers. Throughout our history we have strived to challenge the norm and incorporate a wide range of new technologies and capabilities to ensure we meet the ever-changing markets and demands. Today we support groundbreaking transmission and distribution projects in four countries - ensuring their energy security for decades to come. We offer a wide range of services including design, construction and commissioning. We deliver Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) projects serving both regulated and private customers along with technical and engineering solutions within the conventional power and energy transition markets. Our continual drive to innovate, while encouraging sustainability, ensures we remain at the forefront of the industry, and is demonstrated in our long-standing relationships with major energy providers in multiple countries. A day in the life of a Murphy Design Manager: Lead the engineering design delivery of existing major Transmission HV 132/275/400kV Substation new build and extension projects. Lead Design Management requirements at tender and/or Early Contractor Engagement stage and allocate resources as appropriate during tender, FEED, and detailed design stages. Integrate multiple engineering disciplines including HV Plant, Protection and Control and Civils from a mix of internal and external designers and OEMs. Undertake the role of Principal Design Representative on project(s) ensuring design information is being suitable managed to the various roles and compliant with the requirements of CDM 2015 Regulations Involvement in the development of Business Unit and Group Design Management continual process improvement activities Review design pack submissions as required for technical compliance, quality and completeness. Monitor and expedite key engineering programme issues including the procurement of services and equipment to the Business Unit Procurement function. Review and liaise with internal Temporary Works Coordinators and Designers to ensure appropriate consideration of constructability and required permanent works. Manage compliance with Standards and Client requirements and assist in monitoring to ensure working to standard requirements. Ensure an understanding of, and an influence on the contracts Design Consultants are working under including their fees, schedule of services, programme, and liabilities and warranties. Review and comment the payment applications from consultants and pass to the contract surveyor for processing and payment. Still interested, does this sound like you? Experience managing multi-disciplinary design packages. Experience carrying out the role of Principal Designer Representative under CDM 2015 Experience of delivery of substation projects for UK Transmission Service Operators (SSEN, National Grid, Scottish Power Energy Networks, NIE Networks) is desirable. Membership of a UK Engineering institute
Location: Trawsfynydd, North Wales (On-site) Duration: Up to 2 Years Start Date: Immediate / ASAP Rate: Competitive Daily Rate ( Inside IR35 ) Randstad is recruiting a Site Manager on behalf of a leading tier-one contractor to manage civil engineering operations on a major electrical substation scheme in North Wales. This is an immediate, long-term assignment running for up to two years, taking operational responsibility for site safety, subcontractor delivery, and daily civils execution. The Role Reporting to the Project Manager, you will take day-to-day operational control of the site, directing civil engineering teams and specialist subcontractors on live substation infrastructure. Your day-to-day will involve: Site Operations Leadership: Directing daily site activities, workforce management, and subcontractor delivery to keep the short-term lookahead schedule on track. Civil Engineering Delivery: Overseeing groundworks, heavy foundations, reinforced concrete (RC) structures, cable ducts, and site access infrastructure. HSEQ & National Grid Standards: Enforcing strict health, safety, environmental, and quality standards, leading daily briefings and ensuring strict adherence to RAMS and client regulations. Subcontractor Management: Coordinating specialist supply chain partners, managing site logistics, and maintaining daily production quality. Site Records & Reporting: Maintaining accurate daily site diaries, tracking scope changes, and acting as the primary face of the main contractor on site. Essential Requirements National Grid Competencies (Essential): Must hold valid, active National Grid site competencies (e.g., NG Person / BAF / TP137 or equivalent site clearance). Civil Engineering Background: Strong, proven track record as a Site Manager delivering heavy civil engineering packages on electrical substations or major energy schemes. Site Credentials: Valid CSCS card, SMSTS, and First Aid at Work. Location & Mobility: Based in or commutable to North Wales (Trawsfynydd / Blaenau Ffestiniog) with a full UK driving licence. Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
07/10/2026
Contract
Location: Trawsfynydd, North Wales (On-site) Duration: Up to 2 Years Start Date: Immediate / ASAP Rate: Competitive Daily Rate ( Inside IR35 ) Randstad is recruiting a Site Manager on behalf of a leading tier-one contractor to manage civil engineering operations on a major electrical substation scheme in North Wales. This is an immediate, long-term assignment running for up to two years, taking operational responsibility for site safety, subcontractor delivery, and daily civils execution. The Role Reporting to the Project Manager, you will take day-to-day operational control of the site, directing civil engineering teams and specialist subcontractors on live substation infrastructure. Your day-to-day will involve: Site Operations Leadership: Directing daily site activities, workforce management, and subcontractor delivery to keep the short-term lookahead schedule on track. Civil Engineering Delivery: Overseeing groundworks, heavy foundations, reinforced concrete (RC) structures, cable ducts, and site access infrastructure. HSEQ & National Grid Standards: Enforcing strict health, safety, environmental, and quality standards, leading daily briefings and ensuring strict adherence to RAMS and client regulations. Subcontractor Management: Coordinating specialist supply chain partners, managing site logistics, and maintaining daily production quality. Site Records & Reporting: Maintaining accurate daily site diaries, tracking scope changes, and acting as the primary face of the main contractor on site. Essential Requirements National Grid Competencies (Essential): Must hold valid, active National Grid site competencies (e.g., NG Person / BAF / TP137 or equivalent site clearance). Civil Engineering Background: Strong, proven track record as a Site Manager delivering heavy civil engineering packages on electrical substations or major energy schemes. Site Credentials: Valid CSCS card, SMSTS, and First Aid at Work. Location & Mobility: Based in or commutable to North Wales (Trawsfynydd / Blaenau Ffestiniog) with a full UK driving licence. Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
Location: Trawsfynydd, North Wales (On-site) Duration: Up to 2 Years Start Date: Immediate / ASAP Rate: Competitive Daily Rate ( Inside IR35 ) Randstad is recruiting a Site Manager on behalf of a leading tier-one contractor to manage civil engineering operations on a major electrical substation scheme in North Wales. This is an immediate, long-term assignment running for up to two years, taking operational responsibility for site safety, subcontractor delivery, and daily civils execution. The Role Reporting to the Project Manager, you will take day-to-day operational control of the site, directing civil engineering teams and specialist subcontractors on live substation infrastructure. Your day-to-day will involve: Site Operations Leadership: Directing daily site activities, workforce management, and subcontractor delivery to keep the short-term lookahead schedule on track. Civil Engineering Delivery: Overseeing groundworks, heavy foundations, reinforced concrete (RC) structures, cable ducts, and site access infrastructure. HSEQ & National Grid Standards: Enforcing strict health, safety, environmental, and quality standards, leading daily briefings and ensuring strict adherence to RAMS and client regulations. Subcontractor Management: Coordinating specialist supply chain partners, managing site logistics, and maintaining daily production quality. Site Records & Reporting: Maintaining accurate daily site diaries, tracking scope changes, and acting as the primary face of the main contractor on site. Essential Requirements National Grid Competencies (Essential): Must hold valid, active National Grid site competencies (e.g., NG Person / BAF / TP137 or equivalent site clearance). Civil Engineering Background: Strong, proven track record as a Site Manager delivering heavy civil engineering packages on electrical substations or major energy schemes. Site Credentials: Valid CSCS card, SMSTS, and First Aid at Work. Location & Mobility: Based in or commutable to North Wales (Trawsfynydd / Blaenau Ffestiniog) with a full UK driving licence. Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
07/10/2026
Full time
Location: Trawsfynydd, North Wales (On-site) Duration: Up to 2 Years Start Date: Immediate / ASAP Rate: Competitive Daily Rate ( Inside IR35 ) Randstad is recruiting a Site Manager on behalf of a leading tier-one contractor to manage civil engineering operations on a major electrical substation scheme in North Wales. This is an immediate, long-term assignment running for up to two years, taking operational responsibility for site safety, subcontractor delivery, and daily civils execution. The Role Reporting to the Project Manager, you will take day-to-day operational control of the site, directing civil engineering teams and specialist subcontractors on live substation infrastructure. Your day-to-day will involve: Site Operations Leadership: Directing daily site activities, workforce management, and subcontractor delivery to keep the short-term lookahead schedule on track. Civil Engineering Delivery: Overseeing groundworks, heavy foundations, reinforced concrete (RC) structures, cable ducts, and site access infrastructure. HSEQ & National Grid Standards: Enforcing strict health, safety, environmental, and quality standards, leading daily briefings and ensuring strict adherence to RAMS and client regulations. Subcontractor Management: Coordinating specialist supply chain partners, managing site logistics, and maintaining daily production quality. Site Records & Reporting: Maintaining accurate daily site diaries, tracking scope changes, and acting as the primary face of the main contractor on site. Essential Requirements National Grid Competencies (Essential): Must hold valid, active National Grid site competencies (e.g., NG Person / BAF / TP137 or equivalent site clearance). Civil Engineering Background: Strong, proven track record as a Site Manager delivering heavy civil engineering packages on electrical substations or major energy schemes. Site Credentials: Valid CSCS card, SMSTS, and First Aid at Work. Location & Mobility: Based in or commutable to North Wales (Trawsfynydd / Blaenau Ffestiniog) with a full UK driving licence. Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
About the Role We are currently recruiting for an experienced Site Supervisor to support the delivery of a high-profile substation project in Durham. This role is suited to a hands-on professional with a strong background in civils within the energy or utilities sector. You will play a key role in ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality execution of works on site. Key Responsibilities Supervise daily site operations on a live substation project Coordinate subcontractors, trades, and suppliers to meet project milestones Ensure strict compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards, particularly within high-voltage environments Oversee civil works (foundations, ducting, drainage) and/or electrical installation activities Conduct site briefings, toolbox talks, and risk assessments (RAMS) Monitor and report on project progress, identifying and resolving issues promptly Ensure all works are carried out in accordance with technical drawings and specifications Liaise with project managers, engineers, and client representatives Maintain accurate records including site diaries, inspections, and permits Requirements Proven experience as a Site Supervisor on substation or similar infrastructure projects Strong understanding of high-voltage (HV) safety procedures and protocols Relevant qualifications in construction, civil engineering, or electrical engineering Valid CSCS card (Supervisor level or above) SSSTS or SMSTS certification (essential) National Grid / SSE / SPEN authorisations (desirable) Experience managing RAMS and permit-to-work systems Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills Ability to read and interpret technical and electrical drawings Full UK driving licence What We Offer Competitive pay rates and benefits Opportunity to work on a major energy infrastructure project Career progression within a growing sector Supportive team environment and ongoing training
06/10/2026
Full time
About the Role We are currently recruiting for an experienced Site Supervisor to support the delivery of a high-profile substation project in Durham. This role is suited to a hands-on professional with a strong background in civils within the energy or utilities sector. You will play a key role in ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality execution of works on site. Key Responsibilities Supervise daily site operations on a live substation project Coordinate subcontractors, trades, and suppliers to meet project milestones Ensure strict compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards, particularly within high-voltage environments Oversee civil works (foundations, ducting, drainage) and/or electrical installation activities Conduct site briefings, toolbox talks, and risk assessments (RAMS) Monitor and report on project progress, identifying and resolving issues promptly Ensure all works are carried out in accordance with technical drawings and specifications Liaise with project managers, engineers, and client representatives Maintain accurate records including site diaries, inspections, and permits Requirements Proven experience as a Site Supervisor on substation or similar infrastructure projects Strong understanding of high-voltage (HV) safety procedures and protocols Relevant qualifications in construction, civil engineering, or electrical engineering Valid CSCS card (Supervisor level or above) SSSTS or SMSTS certification (essential) National Grid / SSE / SPEN authorisations (desirable) Experience managing RAMS and permit-to-work systems Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills Ability to read and interpret technical and electrical drawings Full UK driving licence What We Offer Competitive pay rates and benefits Opportunity to work on a major energy infrastructure project Career progression within a growing sector Supportive team environment and ongoing training
